About the job
The Primary Healthcare Coalition (PHCC) is a global, inclusive advocacy platform dedicated to advancing primary healthcare (PHC) as the foundation of universal health coverage, health equity, and resilient health systems.
Hosted by the Infectious Disease Alliance (IDA), the coalition brings together civil society, governments, multilaterals, donors, academia, the private sector, and communities to drive integrated and equitable PHC strategies. Ideal for professionals seeking impactful experience and internship
The PHCC is expanding its leadership and coordination team and welcomes passionate candidates for three volunteer roles: PHCC Lead, PHCC Manager, and Membership Director.
Responsibilities
Coalition Management & Coordination
Serve as a central coordination point for PHCC activities, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
Maintain internal communication channels, shared resources, documentation, and action trackers.
Facilitate regular coalition meetings, working groups, and follow-up processes.
Support coalition governance structures, ensuring diverse and balanced representation of members across sectors and regions.
Membership Strategy, Growth & Engagement
Develop and implement a comprehensive membership strategy aligned with PHCC’s mission and priorities.
Identify, recruit, onboard, and retain members from civil society, government, multilateral institutions, academia, private sector, and community networks.
Serve as the primary point of contact for members, ensuring meaningful engagement and participation in coalition activities.
Conduct routine check-ins and listening sessions to understand member priorities and strengthen relationships.
Maintain membership frameworks, directories, onboarding materials, engagement tiers, and CRM databases.
Event Planning & Advocacy Campaigns
Lead or support planning and execution of coalition events including webinars, workshops, high-level dialogues, and advocacy activities during global health summits.
Coordinate speaker logistics, prepare event materials, and oversee dissemination and visibility plans.
Communications, Content Development & Visibility
Draft and contribute to policy briefs, concept notes, meeting summaries, newsletters, CTAs, advocacy materials, and post-event reports.
Support digital campaigns and collaborate with communications teams to highlight member stories, achievements, and coalition impact.
Maintain updated contact lists, membership profiles, and shared communication materials.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
Track coalition activities, membership trends, and engagement levels against strategic goals.
Prepare periodic internal and external reports for leadership, members, and partners.
Maintain databases, tracking systems, and MEL documentation to ensure data quality and accessibility.
Stakeholder & Partner Engagement
Build and maintain relationships with coalition members, global health NGOs, policymakers, funders, researchers, and private sector partners.
Facilitate collaboration across diverse stakeholders to support advocacy initiatives, working groups, and strategic partnerships.
Integrate member insights and stakeholder feedback into coalition planning and execution.
Requirements
Education & Professional Background
Master’s degree in public/global health, health policy, international relations, management, communications, public administration, or a related field.
3–5 years of experience in one or more of the following: coalition coordination, project management, membership management, stakeholder engagement, partnership development, or advocacy.
Skills & Competencies
Strong organizational, planning, and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, with a passion for relationship-driven work.
Proven capacity to draft high-quality written outputs (policy briefs, concept notes, meeting reports, advocacy materials).
Ability to work effectively across cultures, time zones, and sectors with diverse global stakeholders.
Experience using virtual collaboration and productivity tools (Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom, Airtable, CRM systems, Canva).
Detail-oriented with strong follow-through, problem-solving abilities, and initiative.
Values & Motivation
Commitment to equity, universal health coverage, and strengthening primary healthcare systems.
Collaborative, adaptable, and able to work autonomously in a remote environment.
Passion for inclusive, member-driven processes and global health advocacy.
What we offer
Meaningful Impact: Be part of a growing global coalition shaping the future of integrated primary healthcare.
Leadership Experience: Gain practical experience in coalition management and primary healthcare advocacy.
Networking & Exposure: Engage with leading global health actors, multilateral institutions, donor organizations, and civil society.
Professional Development: Develop key skills in advocacy, coalition management, strategy, and global health governance.
Flexibility: Remote role with flexible hours (depending on time zone) and the possibility to scale up involvement.
Voluntary Role: This is an unpaid (or volunteer) role – designed for professionals passionate about global health policy and advocacy.
How to Apply
Submit your CV and a 1-page cover letter via the Apply Now button or email info@id-alliance.org with the subject line: Application – PHCC Membership Director.
For questions about the role, contact Eva Bierwirth (she/her), PHCC Coordinator at ev.bierwirth@gmail.com.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and the position remains open until filled. Early applications are encouraged.